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United Airlines

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At a glance

United Airlines is the third largest airline in the nation.  It’s headquartered in Chicago, which is also the location of the largest United hub.  United has a collection of co-branded credit cards that allow you to rack up miles, gain access to lounges, and more. This article directory gives you the resources to plan out your travel strategy for United Airlines.

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Star Alliance

(800) 864-8331

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Buzzworthy

  1. Deal alert: West Coasters can get away to Honolulu for less than $350 round-trip
  2. 7 steps to take when an airline loses your luggage
  3. United will cut flights from Newark as delays and congestion get worse
  4. Your flight is canceled or delayed – here’s what you should do next
  5. Complete guide to changing and canceling award tickets

Latest Reviews

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Long-haul from Maui: A 767 red-eye to Newark in United’s best business-class seat
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What it’s like flying United’s newest flagship transcon routes from New York-JFK
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TPG round-up: 5 worst economy meals in the sky
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8 ways the United Polaris long-haul experience has changed
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The good – and bad – of flying United’s transcon Polaris during the pandemic
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Flight review: United’s A320 in Economy Plus from New York to Denver

Essential Reading

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United Airlines baggage fees and how to avoid paying them
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Your ultimate guide to United Airlines partners
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A comprehensive guide to United Airlines’ new same-day flight change policy
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Latest Deals

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Paradise deal alert: Fly nonstop to Tahiti from the West Coast starting at $526
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Deal alert: Fly to Turks and Caicos as soon as this week for less than $300, round trip
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Fly to Florida through next year for less than $200 round trip
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Late summer or autumn vacation? Lots of good deals to Cancun
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Round-trip fares to Chicago, including summer travel dates, starting at $150
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Rocky Mountains deal alert: Fly to Colorado from Atlanta, Chicago and other cities from $168 round trip

All United Stories

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Why is my flight canceled because of ‘weather’ when it’s clear outside?
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Earn up to 3,000 bonus miles when you join United MileagePlus Dining
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Is Twitter quicker? Best ways to use social media for travel customer service
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Earn up to 100,000 bonus miles with these United credit card offers
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16 cards currently offering sign-up bonuses of 100,000 points or more
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Earn more miles with new shopping portal bonuses from 3 different airlines
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From newbie to expert: 6 ways to up your mileage redemption game
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Your vacation guide to Tenerife in the Canary Islands
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How to travel more for fewer miles with United’s Excursionist Perk
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United Airlines expands down under with new route to Australia
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How to tell if your backpack counts as a personal or carry-on item
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Inside United’s flight training center — and its battle against the pilot shortage

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